KUCHING: The Sarawak Orchid Society (SARORSO) has intensified efforts to strengthen orchid-related downstream development and community collaboration through a working visit to the SABAKI Plantation in Samarahan and the Orchid Garden and Laboratory at MARA Junior Science College (MRSM) Kuching yesterday (Feb 4). SARORSO patron Dayang Norjihan, daughter of the
KUCHING: The Astana Sarawak building upgrading project has reached 70 per cent completion and is progressing according to schedule, with full completion expected before the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations. Senior private secretary to the Head of State Datuk Seri Syed Hamzah Syed Paie conducted a site visit yesterday (Feb 4)
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KUCHING: The zakat fitrah rate in Sarawak for the year 2026/1447H has been maintained at RM7.50 per person, the same as last year. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Project Coordinator for Regional Development Agencies, Kuching North City Commission and Islamic Affairs) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said that the
KUCHING: The Sarawak government remains steadfast in its commitment to strengthening strategic cooperation with the federal government in public service matters, in line with the spirit and aspirations of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki said the convening of the Working Committee Meeting
KUCHING: The Sarawak Esports Expo (SAREX) will return for its fourth edition this year with a strong focus on strengthening the esports development ecosystem, say organisers. Sarawak Esports Association (SESA) president Afiq Fadhli Narawi said this year’s expo will prioritise discussions and knowledge-sharing on career pathways in esports, including coach
KUCHING: AirAsia will operate additional flights between Peninsular Malaysia and Sarawak to accommodate the expected surge in travel during the upcoming Chinese New Year and Hari Raya Aidilfitri festive periods. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said that for the Chinese New Year period, AirAsia will operate 23 additional flights
KUCHING: Pelaburan Mara Berhad (PMB) Investment paid a courtesy visit to the offices of Sarawak Tribune and Suara Sarawak (STSS) on Wednesday (Feb 4), aiming to strengthen ties and explore potential collaborations in enhancing financial literacy and investment awareness among the public in the state. The delegation was led by
KUCHING: The construction of the new SK Pulo at Darul Hana, Block 4 has reached 95 per cent completion and is expected to be fully completed by the end of April this year (2026). Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Coordinator for Regional Development Agencies, Kuching North City Commission and
KUCHING: Hotels hosting Ramadan buffets in the city have been urged to review their pricing to ensure it remains reasonable for customers. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Project Coordinator for Regional Development Agencies, Kuching North City Commission and Islamic Affairs) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said the trend of
